SCHOLARSHIPS FOR FRESHMEN

Specific Major Scholarships

Agriculture

Scholarship Amount

Gary and Donna Doppenberg Animal Science Scholarship

The Doppenbergs fund this scholarship for students intending to major in agriculture with an emphasis in animal science and large animal nutrition. Applicants must have a 3.00 cumulative GPA.

Additional Information:
This scholarship is not automatically renewed each year, however a recipient may reapply as a continuing student each year and will be considered equally with the other continuing student applicants. Scholarship references should address the applicant’s career interests in the animal science field of study. A total of 4 scholarships are available each year for incoming freshmen and/or continuing students.

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$2,500

Ralph Jennings Memorial Agriculture Scholarships

Jeanne Jennings has established these scholarships In memory of her husband. These scholarships are available for incoming freshman students who intend to major in agriculture. A 3.00 cumulative GPA is required. Two scholarships are available.

Additional Information: Not renewable.

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$1,200

Trans Ova Agriculture Scholarship

Applicants must have a 3.00 cumulative GPA and plan to major in agriculture or animal science. Preference is given to students demonstrating special interest in swine management.

Additional Information: Not renewable.

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$2,000

Vermeer Charitable Foundation Agriculture Scholarship

This scholarship was established to encourage outstanding high school senior students to attend Dordt College for a degree in agriculture. Applicants must have a 3.00 cumulative GPA. Recipients will be chosen on the basis of academics and career goals, along with leadership potential and involvement in agricultural projects.

Additional Information:
Renewable for an additional three consecutive years provided the recipient maintains a 3.00 cumulative GPA and continues majoring in an agriculture field.

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$2,000

Art

Scholarship Amount

Hilda Ozinga Art Scholarship

This scholarship is available to give recognition and encouragement to students majoring in the visual arts. Applicants must have a 2.50 cumulative GPA and must submit a visual arts portfolio as specified by the Dordt College art department faculty.

Additional Information:
Renewable for an additional three consecutive years provided the recipient maintains a 2.50 cumulative GPA continues to major in the visual arts and is endorsed by the art department faculty each year.

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$500

Business

Scholarship Amount

American State Bank Business Scholarship

American State Bank in Sioux Center established this scholarship for students who intend to major in accounting or business administration. Applicants must have a 3.00 cumulative GPA .

Additional Information:
Renewable for an additional three consecutive years provided the recipient maintains acceptable academic standing and continues as an accounting or business administration major. References should address the applicant's abilities and potential in the fields of accounting or business administration.

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$750

John and Frances Bonnema Memorial Business Scholarships

Mr. and Mrs. Bonnema established several scholarships to encourage Dordt College students in various majors. This scholarship encourages students to demonstrate Christian commitment and principles in the area of accounting or business administration. A 3.00 cumulative GPA is required. Two scholarships are available.

Additional Information:
Not renewable. References should address the applicant's ability to excel in the field of business.

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$900

Education

Scholarship Amount

Chris Geels Teacher Education Scholarship

The family of Chris Geels funds this scholarship for an incoming freshman student with definite intentions to major in teacher education. Applicants must have a 3.00 cumulative GPA. Preference may be given to Western Christian High School (Hull, Iowa) graduates.

Additional Information:
Not renewable. References should address the applicant’s potential as a classroom teacher.

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$2,000

John and Frances Bonnema Memorial Teacher Education Scholarship

Mr. and Mrs. Bonnema established several scholarships to encourage Dordt College students in various majors. This scholarship encourages students to demonstrate Christian commitment and principles in the area of teacher education. A 3.00 cumulative GPA is required. One scholarship is available.

Additional Information:
Not renewable. References should address the applicant's potential as a teacher.

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$900

John and Louise Hulst Teacher Education Scholarships

Dr. John and Mrs. Louise Hulst established these scholarships to encourage incoming freshmen students committed to teaching in a Christian school. Applicants must have a 3.00 cumulative GPA. Two scholarships are available.

Additional Information:
Not renewable. References should address the applicant's potential as a teacher.

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$1,750

Pamela Adams Teacher Education Scholarship

A Pamela Adams Teacher Education Scholarship is funded in honor of the many years Dr. Adams has dedicated to Dordt College, especially the teacher education department. Applicants must have a 3.00 cumulative GPA and intend to major in teacher education.

Additional Information:
Not renewable. References should address the applicant’s potential as a classroom teacher.

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$1,000

Engineering

Scholarship Amount

Charles Adams Engineering Scholarship

A Charles Adams Engineering Scholarship is funded in honor of the many years Dr. Adams has dedicated to Dordt College, especially the engineering department. Applicants must have a 3.00 cumulative GPA and intend to major in engineering.

Additional Information:
Not renewable. References should address the applicant’s potential for a career in the field of engineering.

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$1,000

Innotec Engineering Scholarship

Innotec Corporation from Zeeland Michigan funds this scholarship for an incoming freshman student who intends to major in engineering. A 3.00 cumulative GPA is required. Preference may be given to applicants who are Michigan state residents.

Additional Information:
Not renewable. References should address the applicant's ability to excel in the field of engineering.

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$2,000

Vermeer Charitable Foundation Engineering Scholarship

This scholarship was established to encourage outstanding high school senior students to attend Dordt College for a degree in engineering. Applicants must have a 3.00 cumulative GPA. Recipients will be chosen on the basis of academics and career goals. First preference will be given to applicants who are interested in agricultural engineering projects.

Additional Information:
Renewable for an additional three consecutive years provided the recipient maintains a 3.00 cumulative GPA and continues majoring in engineering.

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$2,000

English

Scholarship Amount

Hester Hollaar Literary Studies Scholarships

These scholarships were established with a gift from the estate of Hester Hollaar who was the Dordt College Head Librarian from 1964 to 1982. Applicants must intend to major in a literary studies area, which is defined as any English major or any classical or modern language major. Three scholarships are available.

Additional Information:
Not renewable. References should address the applicant’s potential as an English major or modern or classical language major.

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$1,500

Pre-Seminary/Youth Ministries

Scholarship Amount

Chris E. Haan Memorial Scholarship for Preseminary Students

Students who intend to follow a pre-seminary course of study are eligible to apply for this scholarship. Applicants must have a 3.00 cumulative GPA.

Additional Information:
Renewable for an additional three consecutive years dependent on the annual review of the theology department. References should address the applicant's commitment to the Lord and suitability for service as a future minister or missionary of the Word.

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$1,000

H & H Van Klaveren Youth Ministries Scholarships

Henry and Helen Van Klaveren of Modesto, California fund these scholarships for incoming freshman students who intend to major in theology with a youth ministries emphasis. Applicants must also have a 3.00 cumulative GPA. Two scholarships are available.

Additional Information:
Not renewable. References should address the applicant's ability to excel in the field of youth ministry.

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$2,000

Social Work

Scholarship Amount

John and Frances Bonnema Memorial Social Work Scholarship

Mr. and Mrs. Bonnema established several scholarships to encourage Dordt College students in various majors. This scholarship encourages students to demonstrate Christian commitment and principles in the area of social work. A 3.00 cumulative GPA is required. One scholarship is available.

Additional Information:
Not renewable.

Application: Click here for a printable application

$900